The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
Today marks the beginning of a significant religious tradition, the Semana Santa. To kickstart the National Museum of Bohol’s 3-part Lenten Special featuring the “Lubi” (Coconut), here’s a quick read on this tropical fruit’s significance to Filipino Belief Systems. LUBI (Coconut)Cocos nucifera L. A lone species of the genus cocos from the Arecaceae family, the … Read more
As we observe Holy Week in the Philippines, the National Museum Bohol highlights the most memorialized religious art and tradition found in the heritage churches of Bohol. Today, Palm Sunday (April 10, 2022), the National Museum Bohol presents the ceiling of the Parish Church of La Santisima Trinidad in the town of Loay. This painting … Read more
The panalagadan or panalogadan of the Maranao is a brass vessel often found in Maranao homes. It serves various purposes as a decorative item, centerpiece, or flower vase. The Maranaos choose brass for their metalware as it approximates gold and because of the color yellow which is associated with nobility. The panalagadan is given in … Read more
Betel Nut Box Philippines Betel containers in sets of two compartments are often seen from the Tboli, Blaan, and Bagobo. These co-joined betel boxes are made of brass. its lids are hinged and have pull handles atop. Both lids exhibit highly elaborate distinct ornamentations. Betel chewing is deeply embedded in Philippine cultures. it is often … Read more
For today’s Museum From Home series in celebration of Philippine Veterans Week, let’s memorialize the gallantry of Boholano guerillas who bravely engaged with Japanese troops against overwhelming odds in the historic Battle of Ubujan. The incident took place on October 22, 1942, shortly after the local guerillas’ clash at Moalong. The triumph in the Battle … Read more